Abstract: A cooling fabric for using in bedding applications. The cooling material is preferably made as a multi-layered, multi-fabric material. The bedding related cooling material may be used to form, either partially or in whole, bedding products, such as bed sheets, mattress protectors, or pillows.

Abstract: A cooling fabric for using in bedding applications. The cooling material is preferably made as a multi-layered, multi-fabric material. The bedding related cooling material may be used to form, either partially or in whole, bedding products, such as bed sheets, mattress protectors, or pillows.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for determining the configuration of storage device within an inner chamber by locating the device through a relief located on the storage device and subsequently identifying the type of storage device by extracting information from an identification tag.

Abstract: A system for storing labware. The system includes a frame that has a plurality of storage structures such as storage hotels included therein. Each of the storage structures may be configured to store one or more types of labware and may be configured to store different distributions of the types of labware. Each storage structure is also removable from the frame, thereby allowing for reconfiguration of the labware storage system. Also, a method of configuring a labware storage system.

Abstract: A method and apparatus capable of transporting SBS and non-SBS labwares, along with other varying types of labware, to and from a storage facility without requiring retooling or reprogramming. The apparatus includes an arm movable between an extended and a retracted position. Abutments are disposed on the arm, each abutment includes abutting surfaces configured to support the labware during transport. The apparatus also comprises a guide consisting of rails. The rails are configured to center the labware on the arm and in some embodiments lift the labware from the arm.